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Sat, 25 May 2019 14:55:54 +0000Joomla! - Open Source Content Managementen-usinfo@zoomoments.com (ZOOmoments)Zoo linkshttps://zoomoments.com/index.php/about-us/zoo-links
https://zoomoments.com/index.php/about-us/zoo-linksHere are some zoo links which could be interesting for you:

The International Species Information System (ISIS) is an international non-profit organization serving zoos and aquariums . ISIS provides its members with zoological data collection and sharing software called ZIMS - the Zoological Information Management System.

The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) is the "umbrella" organization for the world zoo and aquarium community. Its mission is to provide leadership and support for zoos, aquariums, and partner organizations of the world in animal care and welfare, conservation of biodiversity, environmental education and global sustainability.

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1924 dedicated to the advancement of zoos and public aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, science, and recreation.

WZD (Worldwide ZOO Database) - Database of all world zoos, safari parks, bird parks, aquariums, dolphinariums, terrariums, insectariums, butterfly houses etc., not only of large but also of mini-zoos and other small facilities - simply of all expositional zoo-facilities and several special breeding centres, including the former (closed) zoos, menageries and so on (from prehistory to present time). It is not only common list of zoos, but contains also many information, maps, photos, short videos etc. The database is still not complete, but is made incessantly, the other zoos are added continuously.

Zoos Worldwide - an extensive list of zoos, aquariums, animal sanctuaries and wildlife parks worldwide, Zoos Worldwide started in 1999 as a small list of zoos. Following a re-launch on the first day of 2013, the list now includes locations to see wildlife in their natural surroundings as well as the traditional zoo or aquarium. You can also find us on Facebook, Google+ and Twitter.

]]>info@zoomoments.com (Lajos Endrédi)ROOTWed, 08 Apr 2015 17:57:14 +0000Mixed-species exhibits with herpestids and Madagascar carnivoreshttps://zoomoments.com/index.php/articles/categories/animals/100-mixed-species-exhibits-with-herpestids-and-madagascar-carnivores
https://zoomoments.com/index.php/articles/categories/animals/100-mixed-species-exhibits-with-herpestids-and-madagascar-carnivoresCurrently, there are 34 species of mongooses described in the family Herpestidae, although further taxonomic research may lead to this number changing in the future. Twenty-five members of the taxon live in Africa, and nine in Asia. According to the current subdivision of Herpestidae, ― using not only morphology, but also behavioural ecology and molecular markers ― two subfamilies are supported within the taxon. The subfamily Herpestinae involves 23, mostly large and solitary mongoose species (genus Atilax, Bdeogale, Cynictis, Galerella, Herpestes, Ichneumia, Paracynictis, Rhynchogale, Xenogale), while the subfamily Mungotinae comprises 11, mainly small and social species (genus Crossarchus, Dologale, Helogale, Liberiictis, Mungos, Suricata).

In the list below, you can see which species have been kept in mixed exhibits in captivity. Due to the similarities in morphology and lifestyle, an additional species, the narrow-striped mongoose (Mungotictis decemlineata) is also mentioned here (recent placement of this taxon is: family Eupleridae, Madagascar Carnivores, subfamily Galidiinae, Mongoose-like Madagascar Carnivores).

]]>info@zoomoments.com (Krisztian Svabik)ROOTWed, 28 Feb 2018 19:12:45 +0000Keep Flower Beetles in Zoos!https://zoomoments.com/index.php/articles/categories/animals/99-keep-flower-beetles-in-zoos
https://zoomoments.com/index.php/articles/categories/animals/99-keep-flower-beetles-in-zoosThe most popular and most known species in zoos are elephants, monkeys, big cats, penguins, crocodiles and similar larger animals, although there are approximately 5.500 mammal, 10.000 bird and 8.000 reptile species on Earth. However, described insect species are near 1 million! If zoos would like to educate visitors about biodiversity, they need to keep insects as well. Some insects are spectacular due to their size or colours and can be relatively easy to keep. One of them is the species from the genus Pachnoda.

]]>info@zoomoments.com (Tamás Veress)ROOTMon, 17 Jul 2017 16:11:48 +0000Penguin Walk https://zoomoments.com/index.php/articles/categories/animals/98-penguin-walk
https://zoomoments.com/index.php/articles/categories/animals/98-penguin-walkThere is a certain animal show in many zoos which is very popular among visitors: walking penguins on the road. Its popularity is not surprising, animals outside their enclosures are always interesting, and the clumsy, somewhat human-like toddling of the penguins is very funny to behold. Furthermore there is no need to worry about them escaping by running or flying away… Training the animals for this task is not too difficult, since this group movement is based on their natural behaviour. Nonetheless, this attraction – like other animal shows – is also a subject of criticism, both by experts and some animal right activists. In my opinion this question depends on the methods and context, but I’m open to debate and comments, of course.

]]>info@zoomoments.com (Lajos Endrédi)ROOTSun, 07 May 2017 13:02:07 +00003+1 Simple but Superb Exhibitshttps://zoomoments.com/index.php/articles/categories/animals/92-3-1-simple-but-superb-exhibits
https://zoomoments.com/index.php/articles/categories/animals/92-3-1-simple-but-superb-exhibitsPerhaps it is not an exaggeration to say that the most popular type of exhibit in all zoos is the "petting zoo". I am primarily thinking of ones where you can see and touch domestic animals such as goats, sheep, rabbits, horses, etc. Animals of this type can be found in almost every institution.However let us admit, no matter how popular these "see and touch" exhibitions are, the vast majority of animals cannot tolerate the physical contact with visitors well. But what can we do if we really want to create something similar with exotic animals? Actually, we have quite a lot of options. Let us look around in some zoos to solve this task: 3+1 "see and touch" interactive exhibits with fishes and insects.

Pigs have an important role in many different cultures, religions all over the world. They have become synonymous with both negative and positives attributes. For example, in modern Europe pigs are known as a symbol of good luck, but there are religions where eating pork is sinful as pigs are considered unclean animals. Pigs are present in the Egyptian, ancient Greek, Celtic religions, Buddhism, and in Chinese astrology. Today, they are part of many tales, cartoons, movies, and you can find these animals in many zoo collections where it is religiously permissible to keep them. Like many other animals, some species have been on the edge of extinction, just like the protagonist of this article, the Visayan warty pig (Sus cebifrons negrinus). I will try to shortly introduce this amazing species in this article and give some advice on keeping them.

]]>info@zoomoments.com (Tibor Tóth)ROOTTue, 06 Dec 2016 07:37:00 +0000The Apex Predator of America: Keeping Jaguars in Zooshttps://zoomoments.com/index.php/articles/categories/animals/86-the-apex-predator-of-america-keeping-jaguars-in-zoos
https://zoomoments.com/index.php/articles/categories/animals/86-the-apex-predator-of-america-keeping-jaguars-in-zoosI am often asked by visitors what species I consider to be the most dangerous. When I am in a humorous mood my answer usually includes humans or bacteria, but sometimes I clarify the question: what animal would make me the most frightened if it escaped? Actually, my answer could be the jaguar, even if it is not as dangerous to humans in the wild as lions, leopards and tigers. They are powerful, athletic, brave and aggressive – and tragic zoo events in the past also confirm its dangerousness. Nevertheless, I also admire them for of these features. In the following I will write about this species and some advices on how to keep them in zoos.

]]>info@zoomoments.com (Lajos Endrédi)ROOTSun, 25 Sep 2016 11:35:42 +0000Small, Dangerous, Endangered – Keeping Anoas in Zooshttps://zoomoments.com/index.php/articles/categories/animals/84-small-dangerous-endangered-keeping-anoas-in-zoos
https://zoomoments.com/index.php/articles/categories/animals/84-small-dangerous-endangered-keeping-anoas-in-zoosAnoas are the smallest buffalo species, so they are called midget buffaloes as well. However, they are small only compared to the giant water and African buffaloes (Bubalus arnee and Syncerus caffer), since they can weigh more than 200 kg (441 pounds) and they can be just as dangerous to humans, or even more so. They are endangered in the wild and rare in zoos too, so lowland anoas are kept under supervision of species programmes. Although their needs and behaviour resemble those of their large relatives, there are also some differences which determine their keeping and housing.

]]>info@zoomoments.com (Lajos Endrédi)ROOTThu, 28 Jul 2016 19:16:29 +0000Birds in Black (and White)https://zoomoments.com/index.php/articles/categories/animals/82-birds-in-black-and-white
https://zoomoments.com/index.php/articles/categories/animals/82-birds-in-black-and-whitePenguins are one of the newest superstars both in TV programmes and in the movies, so these birds are one of the most famous animals nowadays. But do you know all the important information about them? For example about their problems in nature? Do you know even one? Or do we only see their fame and shine...

]]>info@zoomoments.com (Tibor Tóth)ROOTTue, 05 Apr 2016 14:31:51 +0000How to Keep Short-Eared Elephant Shrews?https://zoomoments.com/index.php/articles/categories/animals/72-how-to-keep-short-eared-elephant-shrews
https://zoomoments.com/index.php/articles/categories/animals/72-how-to-keep-short-eared-elephant-shrewsA quick little plush ball with a long snout – this is the short-eared elephant shrew (Macroscelides proboscideus), also known as the round-eared sengi. They are not only funny and cute, but very interesting animals as well, which should have attracted more attention in zoos. Even if their keeping is quite different from many other similarly small mammals, it is not an impossible task… So, I try to summarize some advice to help you with keeping this species.

Why are elephant shrews so interesting? They are not rodents, neither insectivorous animals, and – I suppose the scientists who gave the name did not know it – they are in fact related to elephants, as both groups are members of the Afrotheria superorder. Their behaviour is also surprising, quite different from what you would expect from these small animals...